asparagus has few pest or disease problems and can be grown without artificial pesticides, making it a relatively easy crop to grow organically. Good weed management, particularly during establishment, is essential to promote healthy growth and satisfactory yield and quality.
Organic asparagus production, like other vegetable production systems, involves developing a functional system that provides adequate fertility while maintaining effective weed management. A well-managed asparagus stand may stay productive for 15 years or more.
An understanding of the annual growth habit will help in planning an organic management program